What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter Trainee, Firefighter EMT, Firefighter AEMT, Firefighter Paramedic position at City of Oak Ridge TN?
The City of Oak Ridge is accepting applications for the positions of Firefighter Trainee, Firefighter EMT, Firefighter Paramedic, and Firefighter Engineer I and II.
STARTING SALARY:
Effective July 5, 2026Firefighter Trainee, no experience;
$43,301.44 per year.
Firefighter I;
$44,611.84 per year
Firefighter II;
$45,514.56 per year
Firefighter I EMT;
$47,785.92 per year
Firefighter II EMT;
$48,717.76 per year
Firefighter I AEMT;
$50,173.76 per year
Firefighter II AEMT;
$51,163.84 per year
Firefighter I Paramedic;
$52,561.60 per year
Firefighter II Paramedic;
$53,580.80 per year
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. At least 18 years of age with high school diploma or equivalent
2. Honorable Discharge from Military Service (if applicable)
3. Excellent physical condition with weight in proportion to height
4. Excellent moral character and free of a criminal conviction record
5. Able to pass a written exam, physical agility test, psychological evaluation, background
investigation, medical examination, and drug screening.
6. Have or be able to obtain Tennessee Driver's License within 30 days of appointment and must
have a cell phone/home phone.
Individuals who desire to participate in the selection process MUST have a completed employment application on file. Applications must be received by
12:00 noon, October 16, 2026.
Applicants MUST be able to attend a Written Exam and will receive detailed information regarding testing date, time, and location following the close of this recruitment.
Exempt : No
Type : FT Employee
Department : Fire Department
Location : Fire Department
Salary : $43,301 - $53,581